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“I am so sorry to see that your mother passed away while the Cygrymus' were on vacation (Lake Erie, no doubt looking at the sunset!) I have the...Read More »
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1 of 28 | Posted by: Beth Cygrymus Kassalen - PA

“Mary was my social studies teacher at Canevin. She was a wonderful person and a great teacher. Please accept my sincerest condolences.
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3 of 28 | Posted by: John Lipchik - Pittsburgh, PA

“Michelle,Tony and family,very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. She was a wonderful teacher who always greeted us with a smile and hello at...Read More »
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4 of 28 | Posted by: bob palmosina - pgh, PA

“I am so sad to hear Mrs. Branish passed away. She was always so kind to me as I grew up in the neighborhood. Remembering her laughing brings a tear...Read More »
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5 of 28 | Posted by: Kevin Sembrat - Long Valley, NJ

“Mary's laugh and infectious laugh is one of the best memories I will keep. I will keep all of you in my prayers . Mary was a wonderful sister,...Read More »
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16 of 28 | Posted by: Mary Ellen Thomas - Wenatchee, WA

“My sincere condolences to the Branish family for your loss. May the God who "binds up the broken-hearted" and "comforts all who mourn",sustain you...Read More »
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17 of 28 | Posted by: Gwen

“Dear Branish Family - Our heartfelt condolences go out to the entire family and extended family. Your mom was such a wonderful person and we feel...Read More »
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18 of 28 | Posted by: A friend

“Sending condolences to all the family. Saying goodbye to someone you have known and loved for you entire life is so painful, but the good memories...Read More »
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20 of 28 | Posted by: Katy Smariga Johnson - Chester, MD

“Aunt Mary was one of the strongest and loving woman that I had ever known. You would never know if she was having a bad day or not , that just the...Read More »
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21 of 28 | Posted by: A friend

“Kind thoughts are with the family in your time of grief. May fond memories comfort you during these difficult days. Psalms 9: 9, 10
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22 of 28 | Posted by: A friend

“Dear Michelle,Tony, and Jones, Quinlan families and Johnny,We grieve with you at the passing of your dear mom. I feel blessed to have known her as my...Read More »
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23 of 28 | Posted by: Janet Mazzarini-Lawson - Family

Of Scott Township, passed away peacefully susrrounded by loved ones on July 23, 2017, at the age of 80. Mary has joined her beloved husband, John, in heaven, and will be dearly missed by her children, Mary Beth (Bruce) Jones, John Branish, Susan (Courtney) Quinlan, and Michelle (Tony) Mazzarini; her grandchildren Lindsay and Zach Jones, Cara, Alyssa, AJ and Amanda Mazzarini, and Conor, Molly, Shane and Casey Quinlan; and her extended family and friends. Mary was a lifelong parishioner at Our Lady of Grace parish and a loving teacher at Bishop Canevin High School for thirty years ('69-'99). Mary cherished her friends, and loved her OLG Gems Bowling league and card clubs. Mary was happiest at her cottage in Westfield New York, surrounded by family and friends, watching the sun set over Lake Erie and Old Glory wave in the distance.

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I am so sorry to see that your mother passed away while the Cygrymus' were on vacation (Lake Erie, no doubt looking at the sunset!) I have the fondest memories of "Mrs. Branish" as first, my father's friend and Canevin colleague, next, as my APUSH back in 1980, and then grandmother to her volleyball-playing grandchildren, following their tournaments. Prayers and accolades to a wonderful woman who led a wonderful life surrounded by wonderful family and friends.

My sympathy to all of you and your families.I was saddened to hear of your Mom's passing...such a sweet and wonderful person!Though you no longer will sit next to her, she will be with you every day in your heart. May your memories grant you peace and give you strength in your times of sadness.

Posted by: Maria Sembrat - Greentree Jul 27, 2017

Mary was my social studies teacher at Canevin. She was a wonderful person and a great teacher. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

Posted by: John Lipchik - Pittsburgh, PA - student Jul 27, 2017

Michelle,Tony and family,very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. She was a wonderful teacher who always greeted us with a smile and hello at Bishop Canevin. May she rest in peace. God bless.Bob,Pam, Nico, Gino, and Dominic Palmosina

Posted by: bob palmosina - pgh, PA Jul 26, 2017

I am so sad to hear Mrs. Branish passed away. She was always so kind to me as I grew up in the neighborhood. Remembering her laughing brings a tear to my eyes. I liked growing up with Mary Beth, Johnny, Susie, and Michelle. Seems like yesterday we were all playing Kick-the-Can in the yards with the Fosters, Pines, Souders, Friedmans, Sawickis, Choonch and his brothers, Parolines, etc. My Dad was right: "Time waits for nobody." Now he's gone 5

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I am so sad to hear Mrs. Branish passed away. She was always so kind to me as I grew up in the neighborhood. Remembering her laughing brings a tear to my eyes. I liked growing up with Mary Beth, Johnny, Susie, and Michelle. Seems like yesterday we were all playing Kick-the-Can in the yards with the Fosters, Pines, Souders, Friedmans, Sawickis, Choonch and his brothers, Parolines, etc. My Dad was right: "Time waits for nobody." Now he's gone 5 years, with my Mom gone 40 years. Well, your Mom is with your Dad, and with my folks -- I take comfort in knowing they're smiling down on us. God bless the Branish Family during this mournful time.

Posted by: Kevin Sembrat - Long Valley, NJ Jul 26, 2017

A beautiful picture of a very beautiful person.May she Rest In Peace

Posted by: Clare Mazzarini - Mcmurray, PA - Friend Jul 26, 2017

Bob and I were so sorry to hear that Mary had passed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love to all.Bob and Denise

Posted by: Denise Smariga - Frederick, MD - Family Jul 26, 2017

May God bless all the family, friends and relatives of devoted Mother of Marybeth, Johnnie, Susie, and Michelle....she gave so much love,and such an enormous bundle of memories to cherish. We will pray for you as you grieve her passing, knowing that God will comfort you, in HIS perfect way.

Posted by: Terri Santavy - Greensburg, PA Jul 26, 2017

John, bless you and your family, she must have been a wonderful mother and you were blessed to have her for so long.

What a thoughtful, kind and wonderful lady. She will be dearly missed. Mrs. B taught me in high school and her positive messaging stays with me to this day. I had the good fortune of sharing time with her and family at her cottage near Westfield, NY. The same insightful words along with her caring, generous heart; "Hospitality 101" - just another life lesson. My prayers are with her along with her family and all those who loved her. Special.

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What a thoughtful, kind and wonderful lady. She will be dearly missed. Mrs. B taught me in high school and her positive messaging stays with me to this day. I had the good fortune of sharing time with her and family at her cottage near Westfield, NY. The same insightful words along with her caring, generous heart; "Hospitality 101" - just another life lesson. My prayers are with her along with her family and all those who loved her. Special. Her wisdom and her heart will certainly leave a void in many lifes, but in the best way. Thx Mrs. B.